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Reach for the Sky

6.919562h 15mMovieWarDrama

The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.

DirectorLewis Gilbert
WriterLewis Gilbert
ProducerDaniel M. Angel

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Not available in India
Streaming in 12 other countries

Reach for the Sky isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland and 8 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Lewis Gilbert

KMKenneth More
Kenneth More
Douglas Bader
MPMuriel Pavlow
Muriel Pavlow
Thelma Bader
LBLyndon Brook
Lyndon Brook
Johnny Sanderson
LPLee Patterson
Lee Patterson
Turner
AKAlexander Knox
Alexander Knox
Mr. Joyce
DADorothy Alison
Dorothy Alison
Nurse Brace
MW
Michael Warre
Harry Day
STSydney Tafler
Sydney Tafler
Robert Desoutter
HMHoward Marion-Crawford
Howard Marion-Crawford
'Woody' Woodhall
JWJack Watling
Jack Watling
Peel
WHWalter Hudd
Walter Hudd
Air Vice-Marshal Halahan
ECErnest Clark
Ernest Clark
Wing Commander Beiseigel

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Reach for the Sky — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Reach for the Sky?

Reach for the Sky isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Australia, Canada and Denmark and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Reach for the Sky on Netflix?

No, Reach for the Sky is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is Reach for the Sky on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Reach for the Sky isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch Reach for the Sky for free?

Reach for the Sky isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Reach for the Sky based on a true story?

Yes — Reach for the Sky is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).